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AD57 LPU

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

100,926 mi
Last recorded100,926 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD57 LPU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 100,926 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 May 2025 98,287 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 May 2025 98,287 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning R380 (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 94,102 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 31 May 2024 94,101 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2023 88,349 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 26 May 2023 88,293 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2022 84,201 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 131,698 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked/perished on inner and outer walls. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge and also has nail in tyre. 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Mar 2021 131,685 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked/perished on inner and outer walls. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge and also has nail in tyre. 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Mar 2020 118,314 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 65,331 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Mar 2019 65,331 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 1 Feb 2011 52,526 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?

Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
6,412
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
683,668
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 240,078
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 76,831
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 67,503
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,298
coil spring broken 61,560
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AD57 LPU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 81,042 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 240,078 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD57 LPU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AD57 LPU registered?

AD57 LPU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 January 2008.

Is AD57 LPU safe to buy?

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